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YHA Ambleside is located right on the shore of Lake Windermere, with fantastic views across the Lake to the Langdale hills and mountains.An ideal location to explore the Lakes with Lakeside Restaurant and Bar on site and activities bookable from reception. Offering family rooms and traditional dorm accommodation. Please be aware that parking on site is very limited but staff can point you to nearby alternatives.

Situated right next to the lake, you are promised beautiful views every morning! Facilities were clean and staff were very helpful in assisting me on my travel plans! There’s a bar/cafe next to it so you could get late night drinks/bites easily.

The hostel couldn't be better positioned; directly on the shores of Lake Windermere and just a short walk into town. The building is a considerable size and the facilities were first rate. Very friendly staff that gave great advice, gave me some FREE batteries when I asked where …

I specially wish to thank the team for looking after me after I was injured in the street ....the night team took care of me and made sure I had a comfortable night....I had to leave my luggage as I went to hospital the next day but the team took good care of my personal belongin…

This is a lovely place to stay with extensive facilities . It overlooks Windermere Lake. Superb value for money. It has a really relaxed atmosphere. The site of the hostel is as good as any quality hote.l

Beautiful YH, the most perfect location. We had a Christmas do, and stayed in the hostel overnight. The breakfast was great, just what we needed after a few ales. Would definitely recommend and will be returning. The room was rather warm though.

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We're well connected by bus between Kendal to Keswick and out to Coniston and the Langdale Valley, however there arent any transport connections to the western lakes. There's loads to do in and around Ambleside though :)
Julie0 votes